2002 Mazda RX-8 vs. 1995 Plymouth Voyager
To start off, 2002 Mazda RX-8 is newer by 7 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1995 Plymouth Voyager. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1995 Plymouth Voyager would be higher. At 2,616 cc, 2002 Mazda RX-8 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2002 Mazda RX-8 (238 HP @ 8200 RPM) has 138 more horse power than 1995 Plymouth Voyager. (100 HP @ 4800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2002 Mazda RX-8 should accelerate faster than 1995 Plymouth Voyager. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1995 Plymouth Voyager weights approximately 67 kg more than 2002 Mazda RX-8.
Because 2002 Mazda RX-8 is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 2002 Mazda RX-8. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1995 Plymouth Voyager, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. With that said, do keep in mind that many other factors such as speed and the wear on your tires can also have significant impact on traction and control. Let's talk about torque, 2002 Mazda RX-8 (211 Nm @ 5500 RPM) has 28 more torque (in Nm) than 1995 Plymouth Voyager. (183 Nm @ 2800 RPM). This means 2002 Mazda RX-8 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1995 Plymouth Voyager.
Compare all specifications:
| 2002 Mazda RX-8 | 1995 Plymouth Voyager | |
| Make | Mazda | Plymouth |
| Model | RX-8 | Voyager |
| Year Released | 2002 | 1995 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Minivan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2616 cc | 2501 cc |
| Engine Type | dual-disk rotary | in-line |
| Horse Power | 238 HP | 100 HP |
| Engine RPM | 8200 RPM | 4800 RPM |
| Torque | 211 Nm | 183 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 5500 RPM | 2800 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 7 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1338 kg | 1405 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4440 mm | 4470 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1780 mm | 1840 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1350 mm | 1650 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2710 mm | 2860 mm |
